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If you're an American expat looking to buy, sell, or rent property in Portugal, there's a crucial distinction in the real estate industry in Portugal that you should be aware of.  Unlike in the U.S., where a licensed Real Estate Agent is legally authorized to represent clients in transactions, in Portugal, most professionals you meet are actually Real Estate Consultants—not agents . 🔹 Who is a Real Estate Agent in Portugal? A licensed Real Estate Agent (Agente Imobiliário) or Private Broker, holds an official license from the Portuguese regulatory authority (IMPIC), carries professional liability insurance, and is legally responsible for transactions. The agent deals directly with clients and assumes full accountability under Portuguese law. 🔹 What about Real Estate Consultants? Most professionals working under big-name real estate franchises in Portugal are Real Estate Consultants (Consultores Imobiliários). They are contracted by the brand, not individually licensed, and op...

'Extraordinary' Relocation & Concierge Package  Hassle-Free Rental Experience in Northern Portugal Relocating to Portugal? Our 'Extraordinary'  Package is designed for international clients seeking a stress-free transition to the North of Portugal. From property searches to legal paperwork, we handle every step, ensuring you arrive with everything set up and ready to go . ✅ Remote Convenience – Set everything up before arriving in Portugal . ✅ Expert Guidance – Local expertise, legal insights, and personalized support. What’s Included? Pre-Arrival & Rental Assistance: 🔎 Rental Market Research – 75+ hours of research tailored to your needs. 🏡 Property Visits & Reports – 6 in-person visits by our team with detailed feedback. 📄 Lease Agreement Review – Legal verification to ensure fair terms. 📝 Translation of Lease Agreement – Bilingual if required, for full clarity. Concierge & Bureaucratic Support: 🏦 Bank Account Setup – Assistance in openin...

Rental Services ✅ Comprehensive Property Search & Validation Property search, technical inspections, validations, and visits. Local area exploration. Remote calls and video walkthroughs when required. Legal procedure preparation and validation. 📜 Lease Contract & Legal Assistance In Portugal, a Licensed Agent is certified to apply for Property Registrations and all necessary lease documentation. Coordination with a Real Estate Lawyer for thorough document review and validation. Bilingual Lease Contract (PT/EN) included in the service, at no extra cost (most agencies charge around €130 for this). 📡 Utilities & Settling-In Support Assistance in setting up water, gas/electricity, phone, TV, and Internet contracts. 💰 Commission Structure Most listing agents and private landlords do not share/pay commission , meaning I act as your dedicated Rental Agent : 1 month’s rent for contracts up to 1 year . 1.5 months’ rent for contracts of 2 years or more . 🔹 Exceptions: a) ...

  Economist Pedro Brinca argues that Portugal's housing crisis has no single solution. Action is needed on multiple fronts: reducing construction costs and bureaucracy, creating incentives for renting, and investing in transport to decentralize housing supply. Construction has not kept up with demand, driving prices higher. Additionally, many policies encourage home buying without ensuring more housing supply, worsening the issue. Brinca stresses that improving the economic environment is key to making housing more affordable. As for the future, prices are expected to keep rising unless conditions are created for increased construction and greater confidence in the rental market. source - https://www.idealista.pt/news/imobiliario/habitacao/2025/02/05/67918-da-construcao-a-mobilidade-habitacao-precisa-de-abordagem-holistica https://youtu.be/4LCTHmyLRnkHabitação em Portugal: Problema exige várias soluções O economista Pedro Brinca defende que a crise da habitação em Portugal não tem ...

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